An independent family-owned company
Leonard J Russell Snr, the company's founder, was a firm believer in the value of independence. Beholden to no single distiller, he bought only those whiskies which met his own and his customers' exacting standards. Both clearly had good taste, because more than 80 years down the line, Ian Macleod Distillers has built up an enviable portfolio of premium quality spirits and is the proud brand proprietor of Glengoyne, Tamdhu, Isle of Skye, Smokehead Scotch whiskies and Edinburgh Gin to name but a few. The world’s 10th largest Scotch Whisky Company, it currently produces and sells over 15 million bottles of spirits every year.
A major supplier to the Buyer's Own Brand market, with a reputation for innovative thinking, Ian Macleod Distillers has also supplied own-label spirits to some of Europe's largest supermarket groups for over 40 years.
Our Values
80 Years Of Trusted Expertise
The industry is becoming increasingly dominated by a few multinational companies with global brands and equally far-stretched corporate mission statements. This company is not like that. For the last 80 years and more, Ian Macleod Distillers has always favoured quality over quantity and long-term value over short-term gains. The company has trusted the expertise of a select few, championed good old-fashioned customer service and remained resolutely independent – true to our roots.
Ian Macleod Distillers is committed to our local community and the natural environment. They’re proud supporters of a number of charities, including The Clock Tower Fund and Erskine, the leading care organisation for ex-servicemen and women in Scotland.
Returning The Favour
As well as contributing to our health and well-being, the natural environment helps shape its whiskies.
One of the company’s brands ‘Glengoyne’, is going 100% green by committing to only using renewable energy. The distillery has also partnered with the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) in developing an environmentally-friendly waste management system and making the local area a haven for wildlife.
Our Thoughts... Ian Macleod Distillers' range shows an exceptionally high standard of quality and taste. The number of well-known brands in their portfolio highlights the company's success and the great taste of their trusted experts. We are pleased to feature them in the Distoo portfolio.
